MR. SOUERS, EXEC SECY, NSC, CALLED CONCERNING THE CZECH SITUATION AND

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Mr. Souers, Exec Secy, NSC0 called concerning the Czech situation and
also situation in Finland. Requested the ORE Current Branch to
brief all pertinent cables on above subjects. Later a brief was
delivered to the White House.
Briefed the Director on ccinversAtinn nn Thnrciay with Congressman
John Davis Lodge and' regarding the Italian (W(1)
situation. (b)(3)
Briefed the Director on conference with
Greek situation.
regarding the (b)(1)
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(b)(3)
Checked with Offi ations �ncrn1mi Air Force request th(b)(1):
determine if and Av. recently returned I'
trip to Russia, were available for discussion with Intellige(b)(3).
Division, USAF. 00 had queried the office and had
Wg1)
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so advised Air Force; reply has not been received from the
office.
Called General Sibert, 00, reference possible need for interrogators
and safehaven for defector. State Department was to query FBI
of their interest in subject; and would advise if we were to
take charge of interrogation.
Mr.
Mr.
applicant -- reference status of his applicatioLbY3)
Was requested to address a letter to the DCI'in order that it could
be routed into proper channels for reply.
(b)(3)
reference replacement for General ----D irector (b)(3)
stated that there was nothing official about Gen. at this tim(b)(3)
and that an approach was not to be made at this t �cause it
might prove embarrassing.
Requested security file on
Miss Ruby Juster, Pathfinder News Magazine, 1323 M St. NW, queried
about workings of FBIB. Deputy Director rexplained our desire
for complete anonymity but mentioned that the FBIB summary was
available to press�although we had requested no mention be made
as to source if used--and that he would check to determine if
Pathfinder News Mag. was on distribution list.
(b)(3)
applicant, telephoned to inquire status of app1ication�O*3)
�
interested in p.w. activities. Stated that he would have to make
a decision reference offer of job. Deputy Director advised there
had been no particular activity in the field in which he was
Interested,, although the subject was smoldering, and believed it
would be wise for applicant to accept offer. If at such time as .
creased activities in the particular field of interest(b)(3)
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to it was possible he would be contacted.
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Col. Exec A&M, advised the Director had signed covering memo (b)(3)
on enabling legislation to be delivered to Budget Bureau.
Reference inspection of warehouse area--stated he was aware of
unsatisfactory condition and had requested I&S to make an inspection;
that the matter would receive positive action. By memo, the
Deputy Director advised that an inspection of the area would be
made by either the Director -of the Deputy within the next ten
days.
Mr. Doherty, FBI, was permitted to read the Memo from Mr.
Pro ect concerning an inquiry by the local FBI agent. (See copy of
Mr.L memo in project file.)
OSO, delivered translations of Italian documents.
Mr. Houston and Mr. Pforzheimer, General Counsel, reference section in
enabling leiislation regarding allocation of visas for our use to
enable movement of certain individuals.
Captain
Adv. Council, reference Memo for Chairman, USCIB.
(b)(3)
(b)(3)
(b)(3)
(b)(3)
General Sibert, 00, inquired status of "safehaven" project; was informed
that the Director had requested no action be taken at this time;
however, there was no reason why certain preliminary inquiries could
not be made discreetly as basis for future consideration.
General Sibert, 00, reference memo from Col. NEG, regarding (b)(3)
scientist soon to visit US; desired to learn movements of individual
and requested interrogation of subject. Deputy Director stated that
this would have to be checked with FBI as all other matters con-
cerning alien interrogation.
Mr. Thompson, State Department, advised that Mr. Bohlen was to call on
FBI to learn their interest in Czech defector; would advise the
Deputy Director (W(1 )
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Col* Carter Clarke, G-2, reference rush shipment of signal equipment,
going in care MA, Rome--queried if it were from CIA We checked
with Col. , FBIB, OSO. Later, Maj. of Col. (b)(3)
office advised that he had obtained the information.
Mr.
olvq)
MS, concerning (hypnotist) - -offer could be made of ,(b)(3)
CAF -11 in I&S or as P-6 psychiatrist in Personnel. Stated AEC was
interested but would not be able to fully utilize subject's
qualifications. Deputy Director he he would obtain decision
from Director on Wednesday. Mr. mentioned that OSO had (b)(3)
suggested possibilities of using subject in Training Branch.
(b)(1)
(b)(3)
Mr. SO, advised to make this contact, to make discreet (b)(3)
inquiries to obtain all possible information but to make no commit-
ment.
Mr. Blum, Office of Sec Defence, reference his discussion with the
Director; need for organizational and functional charts for use of
the Board of 0311 surveying CIA; requirements for certain personnel
strength figures. Deputy stated an arrangement would be made
whereby certain of this required information would be made avail-
able to him.
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Deputy Director endeavored to reach Col. ID, by telephone (b)(3)
in connection with conversation of 1 March regarding shipment of
signal equipment.
Dentist.
Rear Admiral John Gingrich, AEC, telephoned to inquire about an IAC
meeting. The Deputy Director stated he would discuss with the Director
and would contact Admiral Gingrich tomorrow (3 March). Admiral Gingrich
did not know if it would be advisable for him to attend the IAC meeting.
R. Adm. C. E. Olsen, OCD telephoned that the War Department Career Manage-
ment Branch would probably call the Deputy Director to reauest
clearance and confirmation of orders for Col. on (b)(3)
16 March.
(b)
(b)
(1)
(3)
. ORE, informed the Deputy Director tat, _ I (b)(3)
employee of who was not transferred
into iD4 desired to discuss with the DD the reasons for this action.-
(b0)
Security file on above individual requested.
Comdr. Grantham, White House, advised they had a pouch going out early
Wednesday morning to Admiral Leahy and suggested that we prepare a
brief on (1) rumor regarding Russian embargo on all US ports;
(2) latest developments on Central American fracas--Guatemala,
Honduras, etc--with particular reference to British Honduras.
Captain , ORE, directed to prepare above briefs and deliver to (b)(3)
Deputy Director. This was done and papers delivered to Comdr.
Grantha TnritToCT
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Mr.
I&S, reference American Soviet Science Society; advised
I&S had a file on subject including roster of membership in above
� organization, some of the baekground, information on grants from
Rockefeller Foundation and on procedures thru Bureau of Internal
Revenue to obtain income tax status.
(b)(3)
General Sibert, 00, reference meeting with Mr. Thompson, State, regard-
ing Czech; possibility of need for funds; family and servants;
certain dangers involved. (b)(3)
Mr. Asst to ExDir, reference request by
im lementation of NSCID 7
eputy Director stated that the Director had queried FBI,(WO)
had received their comments, and would make a decis er
Thursday or Friday of this week; suggested that Mr. so 000)(3)
advise Mr. (b)(3)
00 concerning(b)(3)
Mr. Souers, Exec Secy NSC, reference discussion with Mr.
concerning
Deputy Director called on Comdr. Grantham, White House, to inform him
of Czech defector.
(b)(3)
(b)(1)
(b)(3)
Congressman Havener, x 372 Capitol, advised he had received an inquiry
from a San Francisco newspaper concerning report they received in
San Francisco to the effect that Russian planes have been flying at
great altitudes over Japan and Alaska with some new radar ecuinment
which enables them to make maps of areas at high altitudes
Deputy Director stated there had been recurring reports of this (b)(1)
but nothing to substantiate the reports. Stated that it was (b)(3)
feasible to fly over waters not under our jurisdiction and make
photographic maps. Suggested that the Congressman might desire to
contact the Air Force.
Informed Mr. for Capt. Adv. Council, that the IAC ODOM
meeting on Thursday would consist of USCIB membership.
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Admiral Olsen, OCD, reference matter of procedure�will present the
problem at a later date.
Called Mr. SO, and requested that he get in touch with State
Department presumably Mr. Stone) and suggest that if they write
a formal request to the DCI stating that they felt the preparation
(b)(3)
(b)(1)
(b)(3)
Checked with Communications Branch consrning Hallicrafter being repaired.
Mr. Doherty, FBI, stated he would be over on Wednesday.
Lunched--Arpy/Wavy Club with Col. (b)(3)
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With Director.
Col. Galloway reference Deputy Director's discussion with Mr. Caseady, SO,
on the sub act of funds to finance
Mr.
(W(1)
(b)(3)
Services Br, AU, reference call from Mr. Kirkpatrick Contact(13)(3)
Branch, regardim funds for project in
Deputy Director approved expenditure. (W(1)
Director's Weekly Staff Conference.
Mr. I&S, reference pass for Deputy Director -- need for one in
civilian clothing.
Col.
Col.
(b)(3)
(b)(3)
Exec. A&M, and Mr. I&S, regarding Mr. (b)(3)
��to determine possibility of employing him in I&S (b)(3)
temporarily and ultimately utilizing his abilities in SO trdhing Branch.
Exec. AM, reference personnel strength figures required by (b)(3)
Mr. Robert Blum, Office of SecDefense, in connection with survey of CIA
by board of "3". Deputy Director stated the figures made available
would not include SO.
Col. Galloway, SO, reference trip to London by Mt. Dulles, member of CIA
survey board---desirability of notifying Scott to discuss operations
freely with Mr. Dulles.
General AG, reference employee in VA office in Miami; Deputy
Director stated he would be glad to talk with her when she is in
W.D.C. and suggested that he would b ested in obtaining
her personnel file from VA---General will arrange to have it
delivered.
With Director to Office of Operations for briefing on operations of the
Office of the Assistant Director for Operations and operations of
the Planning and Coordinating Staff, 00.
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Captain reference conversation with Admiral Gingrich, AEC
regarding IAC meeting scheduled for Thursday, 4 March; Adm.
Gingrich had stated it might prove embarrassing if he were to
attend the meeting if the members planned to discuss flow of
information to AEC. Deputy Director stated that the IAC
would review flow of information to all agencies, including IAC,
having art cular reference to last USCIB meeting; and believed
Captain should call General Todd, Joint Staff, and
discreet re ay this same information.
Mr.
reference discussion with Mr. Stone, State. regardina
proiect for procurement of funds. film. etc..\
for use in Italy prior to elections. Deputy Director
explained the matter to Col. , ExA&M, who will ask Mr.
Finance, to contact Mr. Stone to complete arrangements.
General Sibert, 00, reference interrogation of recently
returned from Middle East; stated there was little information
in verbatim transcript of interview and suggested that it be
returned to interrogators to endeavor to obtain additional
information. It appeared subject had little information to
offer except that he wanted arms, funds, and personnel.
(b)(3)
(b)(3)
(b)(3)
(b)(1 )(3)
(b)03)
(b)(3)
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Col. Galloway, SO,
DOI by Mr. Dulles;_j
given to
. Mentioned the Czech situation and news conference to be held.
Requested breakdown of personnel figures by branches in ORE�for use
in connection with information being prepared for Survey Board.
General Lemnitzer, National War College, reference Director's letter
to Admiral Hill, NWC, suggesting that they might like to have
Mr. address students on the subject of USSR. Deputy
Director will ask Mr. to accompany him to NWC some day
for preliminary discussion with Gen. Lemnitzer, after which
definite arrangements can be made. -
mr.
Security Branch, delivered "disaster plan" pass; discussed
precautionary measures which had recently been taken for security.
(b)(3)
(b)(3)
(b)(3)
Col. Carter Clarke, G-2, reference cable
Checked with Col. Galloway, OSO, who advised that the papers
were just recently received by pouch and were being evaluated;
that no reply had yet been made. Col. Clarke was so advised and
will inform Gen. Bissell that the matter is being studied.
(b)(1)
(b)(3)
Mr. Robert Blum, Office of SecDefense, regarding personnel strength
figures, breakdown by offices, and organizational chart. He stated
that all necessary security measures would be taken for guarding
information used for investigation of CIA activities by Board of "3".
Col. Galloway, SO, reference request that certain US representatives
be recalled from Czech embassy by Czech government. ecommended
that the Director urge State Department to take retaliatory measures.
Mr. Thompson, State, concerning Czech press conference; stated TASS
broadcast indicated that the U.S. Government obviously had Advance
information of resignation of Czech Ambassador because there were
certain individuals present at press conference who were not
members of the press. Press Section of State had been queried
and Mr. Thompson believed it would be pertinent to state that
because of previous disturbances at similar conferences recently,
precautionary measures were tak2/by having plain clothesman present.
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Admirra_nl-q_Pri�clall�ThaftaiTence handling of requests for material by
queried if it would be possible to route
requests thru Requirements Branch, OCD, who could properly
coordinate request; he stated that steps would be taken to
keep the request and material involved in channels.
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(b)(1)
(b)(3)
Col. Galloway, 0801 advised that he had talked with Mr. Angleton in
Tugton.
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With Director.
Col. reference request by Budget Bureau for detail of personnel (b)(3)
to ass st in determination of accuracy of budgetary requirements
for intelligence as presented by other departments, detection of
unnecessary duplication of activities, etc.
Col. Babbitt, ORE, reported advance informat on that the Army was
going to request detail of Col. jt8porary additional duty M(3)
upon arrival of from Argentina.
Col.
reference ORE request for temporary duty of Dr.
consultant basis, in connection with preparation of report.
Deputy Director requestfLthMth Asst. Dir., ORE, forward a
written request for Dr. temporary services; that the
request will be approved for not to exceed 3 days duty; and that
future requests for subject's services will not be approved for
security reasons.
(b)(3)
(b)(1)
(b)(3)
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Discussed with Director the security and personnel file of Mrs.
employee of who c!?)c3)
was not transferred to CIA rolls because of security disapproval.
Deputy Director will interview
on Friday, 5 March. (b)(3)
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(b)(3)
Captain reference IAC meeting held 4 March; advised that Director
had signed Memo to USCIB members, with reference to the IAC meeting.
Mr. Houston General Counsel reference letter to Director from
(b)(3)
former employee in OSO; with draft of suggested reply for
Director's signature. Deputy Director reviewed case.
Mr. John Davies, State, advised that action would be taken at SANACC
meeting (to be held today) to dissolve the SANACC Sub-Comm of SSE
considering psychological warfare.
Reference a paper he had sent over via Mr. apprecia(3)
any comments; section on Itpassports" can be handled separately.
Reference Capt. L jis familiar with subject's
qualifications; stated individua . was someone we would want in
institute mentioned in his paper; Subject had written to friends
in States re intentions to commit suicide. Mr. Davies urged
that food and words of encouragement be sent to individlun to: ,
Col. Galloway reference departure for New York--will return Saturday.
Col.
reference resignation of Mr.
OCD.
Reference vacancies for
Requested the vacancy not be filled temporarily
because Director has plans.
Reference project to cover expenditure of funds in connection with
(ER 332)
Mr. Houston, General Counsel, reference section in enabling legislation
pertaining to passports.
Col. Bronson, VA, reference personnel file on
Miami VA office.
(b)(1)
(b)(3)
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Mr.
FDB/00, reference list of Russian newspapers and
receipts received from
Col. reference Director's decision to reverse the MS dis�
approval for security of Mrs. memo
issued to effect transfer to CIA rolls from JISP8.
Admiral reference clarification of remark in a memorandum which
the Director forwarded to him on 4 March.
(b)(3)
Col. Galloway requested to determine when Mr. Dulles is expected to
return from Europe in order that Deputy Director may contact him.
Mr. Stewart Alsop concerning situation in Italy; also talked with
Director.
Meeting with Col. Mr. , and Ir. Reynolds, Deputy
Commissioner for PEA, for preliminary discussion of CIA building
requirements.
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(b)(3)
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Admiral Olsen reference recent request on State to transfer to CIA
microfilms of intelligence reports received and reproduced by
State; stated the matter had not been fully coordinated.
Advised that his orders should be received about 5 May ordering
him to NOB, Norfolk.
Director reference request by SecDefense to interview
of New York; psychoanalyst; in Army during war.
(b)(3)
Coll.. Galloway reference applicant (recommended by Dr. (b)(3)
� had turned down offer in Communications Prornh and (W3)
stated she would re-apply at a later date.
(b)(1)
(b)(3)
Admira1.01sen reference material received; the rep orts (b)(1)
bear no indon as to source and they are for internal use Op)
others from are the basic intelligence type and, with proper
approval, may be disseminated to other agencies. Will consider
the problem of disseminating as an information report--similar to
those published by 00. No decision was made and subject will be
discussed further.
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(b)(3)
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9.March 1948
Director's Weekly Staff Conference.
Col.
Mr.
reference request for Col.
(b)(3)
assignment as MA. (b)(3)
reference sites for proposed building--mentioned areas in M(3)
Suitland, across from Naval Medical Center, and the Nevius tract.
Deputy Director will talk with Col. Dryden, VA, about their plans
for the Nevius site.
Mr. Dibble, March of Time, stated they were making pictures in connection
with the "cold war"; one in the series was on France, another on
Italy, and the third was to be on Greece; and in that connection
wanted to present the matter of radio broadcasts by Soviet Russia.
as monitored by FBIB. The Deputy Director stated that we would not
permit them to photograph any of our operations nor to make any
reference to us in that connection. Mr. Dibble then proposed that
they might use pictures of FBIS activities taken several years
ago and the Deputy Director agreed providing there was no
connection between the footage used and our present locations,
personnel, name, etc.
(b)(3)
(W(1)
(bX3)
Admiral reference recent request from General regard-
ing USSR Information Bulletin published periodically by Soviet
Embassy, WDC. General Strong was particularly interested in the
issues of 4 Sept. 1946 and 10 Sept. 1947. The B n is a
purchase item; OCD will determin Admiral stated thp-h(b)(3)
we would be able to furnish Gen. with the wo requested (W(1)
. issues. (b)(3)
Col.
reference identification for members of the Survey Board
reference personnel figures with exception of OSO.
Col. Galloway, Mr
(b)(3)
and Mr. Jason Page, Chief of Mission, 00.)
General Sibert reference status of
has queried FBI for further comment.
DCI
(b)(1)
(b)(3)
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Mr
(b0)
-- suggested lzrh some day next week. Deputy Director
stated anytime would be satisfactory. (Also asking Col. Galloway).
Mr. Blum, �SD, reference biographical sketches of key personnel by
offices--for use of the Survey toard -- all except OSO will be
delivered prior to Friday noon, 12 March.
Lt. Pennington, aide to Gen. Lemnitzer, Nat'l War College, reference
DD lecture on 25 March; confirmed that no visual aids would be
required; Deputy Director suggested that no transcription be made
of the lecture i as well as the question and answer discussion,
and in lieu thereof the DD would give them a clear copy of speech.
Col. Galloway and Mr. will accompany the DD. (b)(3)
Deputy Director was invited to join Gen. Lemnitzer for lunch
following lecture--and accepted.
General Sibert and Mr. 00, reference location of FBIB Far East (b)(3)
monitoring station--Sasebo vs Okinawa; report being submitted for
consideration.
Mr. Doherty, FBI, reference/ ,
I-desires to be advised when they are
way out.
Mr
applicant (formerly VA)--(brother was in SSU).
Given Forms 57 and PBS to complete and return to DD.
Met with Mr. Babbitt, Dr.
intentions in Europe.
Col.
reference case of Miss
and alLr.
reference possible k0A0)
applicant.
Director departed for Kingston, Ontario, for lecture.
(b)(3)
(b)(3)
Mr. Llewellyn Thompson, State, reference cable 353 from Budapest, 5 Mar.
received by State 6 March; believes CIA will want to comment.
Checked with Current Group, ORE, for copy of cable. Checked with
Mr. Heins who advised they had already taken steps and that he would
discuss matter further with Mr. Th9mpson Wed. morning, 10 March.
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Col. Ennis, G-2, called concerning the 9 March Daily Summary--page 2,
CIA comments. G-2 felt that the statement was rather "strong."
Mr.
Col. Babbitt, ORE, advised of G-2 reaction.
reference contact with
he contact individual.
(b)(1)
(b)(3)
In NY; Director had 8v---00)
(b)(i)
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Captain ; AdvCouncil, reference Gen. Sibertis request that (b)(3)
Col. (FBIB) and one other indivihal be cleared for "special (b)(3)
intelligence" in order to discuss monitoring problems (b)(1)
It was suggested that be informed that individuals Ibp)
been cleared but were not to discuss that subject. (IDX1 ) '
(b)(3)
Col.
reference orders for Monday, 15 March--will stop by to pay(b)(3)
his respects to Director and Deputy Director on that day.
Mr. Doherty, FBI, concerning information tin two individuals that
State had been requested to have recalled from local embassy by
the Czech. govt.
Mr.
reference temporary security waivers. Deputy Director
explained the dircumstances under which temporary waivers could
be granted; requested that Mt. always request I&B to
determine by name checks, etc, all available information.
�
(b)(3)
(b)(3)
To General office for meeting,of.Intelligence Chiefs and Chit(bX3)uo Lie
Estimate staffs to discuss whether or not anything in recent
events indicated a change in time schedule with regard to possible
aggression by Russia. As a result of meeting, it was decided there
would be a meeting of the Estimates Groups of all Departments under
CIA sponsorship Fridayil2 March, and as a result of comments of that
group, another meeting of the Intelligence Chiefs would be held
Monday or.Tuesday, 15 or 16 March, under CIA sponsorship.
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